Le Gambetta Bar - Poitiers

Nice little cafe on the square Food very good Service swift and friendly Full of locals which says it all

This is a nice peaceful place to get a coffee in the morning. This square is really pretty, and nice to be a little bit away from the main foot traffic of the town. The staff are really friendly, and coffee is great.

We went here twice and loved the very comfortable deep green leather seating and the friendly staff. Its right on the square by the Palais de Justice and a good place to people watch. Inside its covered in fake paneling and book spines giving it a rather kitsch library look. We went back for their 8.50 euros petit dejeuner, croissant, tartine, beurre , confiture , jus d'orange and a hot drink which is excellent value and a very comfortable place to relax.

This is a good place to sit with a coffee or a beer and write or talk. Green armchairs, solid tables, slightly old-fashioned air inviting you to stay for a bit rather than push on. Not much in the way of food. Windows on two sides make it light despite the the heavy dark furniture. Staff are attentive without being pushy.

If you're cruising around this part of town, this a nice place for dessert. We had coffee, ice cream, and some Pellegrino. All good. Located on a corner for people watching too.